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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1913
Page
9
Rockport Indiana attorneys announce offices in Leith building on 3rd street opposite the courthouse and in Krmer building on Main Street. W M Smith and L N Savage pledge to practice in all courts from ground floor offices near the post office.
B F Huffman attorney at law announces practice in all courts from office upstairs in Lieb's building on Third street Rockport Indiana.
The Jasper Herald argues for phonetic spellings of Indianapolis race entrants to ease spectators inquiring after the event. It envisions fans asking about Jules Goux in a Peugeot finishing first and calls for clear, accurate reporting by spectators and officials alike.
A column warns against eating quickly and links fast eating to indigestion and constipation. It urges thorough chewing and insalivation and recommends Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, noting many cases cured. Sold by T. C. Basye.
A man advertised a lost dog at Clarion News and, while the cashier made change, the dog walked in. He received his dollar back and the dog. Similar tales from nearby farmers show ads attracting buyers before others receive notices, illustrating advertising's effectiveness.
Advertises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as essential for families in hot weather. Claims high value and low cost, urging purchase before summer ends. Sold by T. C. Basye.
A Corydon young man dressed in his best hiked to the depot last Sunday to catch a train to French Lick and West Baden. While waiting at Corydon Junction he watched the approaching Southern train too long and was left stranded as the train sped by. A friend noted the mishap and the teller hints at an untold chapter in this small station tragedy.
The ad touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a superior remedy for stomach and liver troubles. Sold by T. C. Basye with claims of unique effectiveness and growing recognition.
A celebration for a planned marriage and lasting union near Augusta was interrupted when a twelve year old boy spotted the event on Saturday. Charley Norrington, a prominent local figure, had been issued a marriage license open to public record.
The Augusta carpenter and Mrs Kate Broshears faced a broken wedding after a 12 year old found the license at the widow's home, tore the papers, inciting the groom to call off the nuptials. The ceremony planned for Saturday was canceled and both parties remained single.
An advertisement urges readers to try a twenty five cent bottle of Chamberlain's Liniment to ease rheumatic pains and notes it is sold by T. C Basye.
May was extremely dry and drought lingered through the county with dune and May described as among the driest periods. Corn already planted needs rain to ensure a good yield while oats fail and wheat requires showers though it remains fair. Wheat harvest should start late this week if rain is withheld, with most fields to be cut by next week. Petersburg Press.
Rev James W Crane of Bethel church Logan township Pike county tied a day of service by marrying Ralph S Hargrove of Clay township and Edna Beach of Logan township at 9 am preaching at 10 30 am delivering a noon basket talk at 2 pm preaching a funeral sermon for Mrs Susan Brenton at 4 pm baptizing twenty six converts in White river and closing with a 1 20 hour sermon
The C and BR I plans a $75,000 steel bridge to span a washout between Hazelton and Decker caused by a railroad embankment break during the recent March flood. The Hazelton decision implies the railroad will not prevent the river from changing course at the break, anticipating another flood. A minor washout nearby will be fixed with gravel and stone.
Phillip Kress, 44, of Dubois County, was struck and killed by lightning Friday evening while sheltering under a tree during a storm. He was at work plowing. his horses were unharmed. He leaves a wife and one child.
The Pike County Racing Association announces its fourth annual meet from July 2 to August 2 with premiums totaling 3161.75 across racing horse show and domestic science divisions. Several horses have arrived and are being prepared for the racing campaign. Petersburg Democrat.
In a country correspondence an entire community helped a sick neighbor by tilling his crop. Thirty four teams plowed harrowed rolled and planted ground in a single day, a practical display of friendship and brotherly love noted by the Progress Examiner.
Postmasters received instructions to implement C. O. D parcel post handling effective July 1. Collect charges from addressed recipients on parcels up to 100 dollars with 1 dollar postage stamp fee and 80 dollar insurance. Receipts and tags will document amounts and serve as money order applications. rural carriers may accept parcels, which cannot be mailed to the Philippines or the canal zone.
A Hen in Petersburgh reported by the Petersburg press lays an egg measuring 93 inches around lengthways and 7 inches sideways, weighing 5 ounces, then dies. The hen belonged to James Church of Littles. Fanciers urged to show if they can beat the feat.
Secretary Houston cites U S cattle counts from 1907 to 1913 and notes a drop in meat produced under inspection. He warns high prices push farmers to market breeding animals, risking future shortages while suggesting cattle feeding under favorable conditions. A separate notice reports Wallace’s Farmer death and the Shaffer family tragedies after a rail collision incident.
The New Harmony Times commends Congressman Lieb for his first term in Congress noting his tireless defense of his district. It highlights his vote for a tariff bill aiding consumers and his appointment to the rivers and harbors committee to push Ohio and Wabash river claims.
Schneider Indiana June 13. The death of John Shaffer in a Danville hospital today raises the toll from the Friday night accident north of here to two persons Maggie Shaffer age listed on Ave.
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